FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking a Principal Security Analyst to work for our client within the consulting sector. This is initially a 12-month contract with the potential to extend and will be a hybrid role that will be based in London, Aberdeen, Birmingham, Cardiff, Darlington, Edinburgh, London or Salford. As a Principal Security Analyst, you will be at the forefront of safeguarding our client’s digital assets and data. With a deep understanding of the complexities of cyber security, you will be a key part of their cyber team with an ability to develop junior staff, working with the team to monitor the ever-evolving threat landscape. The role is critical in monitoring, detecting, analysing, and responding to security incidents and threats with precision. Your expertise in security technologies and incident response procedures will be pivotal in protecting the client’s critical systems and data. Leveraging Azure cybersecurity tools, especially Azure Sentinel, you will ensure vigilant incident and event monitoring. Managing a dedicated team of cyber analysts, you will collaborate closely with Security Architects and Threat Intelligence Team to maintain and enhance the security posture. Responsibilities Lead and participate in complex incident investigations, utilising advanced techniques to identify the root cause, scope, and impact of security incidents Analyse and interpret security data from multiple sources, including logs, network traffic, and endpoint data, to identify emerging threats and attack patterns Proactively hunt for advanced threats and vulnerabilities within the environment using various threat intelligence sources and security tools Configure, manage, and fine-tune Microsoft Azure Sentinel Design and implement custom log queries and alerts within Azure Sentinel to enhance threat detection and incident response capabilities Communicate effectively with external vendors, technical and non-technical stakeholders, translating complex technical concepts into understandable terms Participate in the development and enhancement of SOC processes, workflows, and procedures to improve incident response efficiency and effectiveness Requirements Track record of leading on cyber incidents and working within a team to remediate threats to the department and an ability to support junior members of the team Effective verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to lead on meetings with external vendors, technical and non-technical stakeholders, translating complex technical concepts into understandable terms Experience using a Security Incident Event Management (SIEM) and security tooling in a Security Operations Centre (SOC) demonstrating improvements in processes, workflows, and incident response leading to greater efficiency and effectiveness Experience working in an enterprise technology setting, with a focus on cyber security Demonstrable experience using a query language to work with large sets of data, preferably Kusto Query Language Experience working with Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) Relevant security-based certifications Documentation of incident, investigation, findings adhering to incident response procedures Why join us? Career coaching and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career Initial upskilling pre-assignment that has been accredited by TechSkills Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad Opportunity to obtain certifications from Microsoft, Salesforce, Cisco and more Access to the Buy As You Earn share scheme About FDM We are a business and technology consultancy and one of the UK's leading employers, recruiting the brightest talent to become the innovators of tomorrow. We have centres across Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 4,000 Consultants. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer and is listed on the FTSE4Good Index. Diversity and Inclusion FDM Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking a Senior Java Engineer to work for our client within the retail sector. This is initially a 12-month contract with the potential to extend and will be a hybrid role based in London. As a Senior Java Engineer you will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining scalable Java-based applications, with a strong focus on Azure deployments. As a senior team member, you will mentor junior developers, ensure best coding practices, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality software solutions. Responsibilities Design, develop, and deploy high-performance Java applications Lead the architecture and development of complex software solutions Optimise and enhance existing Java-based applications for better performance and scalability Implement security best practices and ensure compliance with industry standards Mentor junior developers and conduct code reviews to maintain code quality Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other engineers to deliver robust solutions Troubleshoot, debug, and resolve software defects and production issues Deploy, manage, and maintain applications on Microsoft Azure Utilize Azure services such as Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure App Service, Azure Functions, and Azure DevOps Stay updated with emerging technologies and propose innovative solutions Requirements Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field 5+ years of experience in Java development Strong proficiency in Java (JDK 8+), Spring Framework (Spring Boot, Spring Security, Spring Data, etc.) Experience with microservices architecture and RESTful APIs Knowledge of relational and NoSQL databases (e.g., MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB) Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure deployments Proficiency in Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), Azure App Service, and Azure Functions Experience with CI/CD pipelines using Azure DevOps Strong understanding of containerisation with Docker and Kubernetes Solid understanding of multithreading, concurrency, and design patterns Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in an agile development environment Why join us? Career coaching and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career Initial upskilling pre-assignment that has been accredited by TechSkills Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad Opportunity to obtain certifications from Microsoft, Salesforce, Cisco and more Access to the Buy As You Earn share scheme About FDM We are a business and technology consultancy and one of the UK's leading employers, recruiting the brightest talent to become the innovators of tomorrow. We have centres across Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 4,000 Consultants. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer and is listed on the FTSE4Good Index. Diversity and Inclusion FDM Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking a Senior Test Analyst to work for our client within the education sector. This is initially a 9-month contract with the potential to extend and will be a hybrid role that will be based in London. Our client is seeking a Senior Test Analyst who will be responsible for providing technical test and QA services for the division, along with contributing to the implementation of an organisational test approach and Community of Practice. Responsibilities Working with the Test and QA Manager to define a divisional-wide test strategy Working within the Solutions group to define the approach to testing Delivering key components needed to implement the testing approach Designing and implementing processes for testing across the data and technology division Contributing to the Community of Practise for testing and quality assurance Delivering a ‘shift left testing’ approach to ensure early testing opportunities Providing training and advice to colleagues within data and technology and into the school Collaborating with the Test and QA Manager to evangelise the testing function where it doesn’t previous exist or needs improving Assist project teams to ensure that testing is carried out according to divisional processes and that delivery meets pre-agreed levels Plan, design, execute, and document comprehensive test scenarios, cases, and scripts for applications, integrations, and processes Troubleshoot and resolve problems as they arise, for example, liaising with colleagues to resolve inaccuracies with documented methods and scripts Requirements Experienced in technical test analysis, with a focus on Unit Testing and User Acceptance Testing Practised in Testing and Quality Assurance practices and methodologies Experienced in providing Test and QA training and advice to colleagues understanding of applying ‘left side testing’ into technical teams ISTQB Certified Tester accredited Ability to work collaboratively with cross functional teams Demonstrable experience of ICT relevant to software testing and quality assurance Practiced in implementing testing standards across a division, along with contributing to creating and maintaining a Community of Practise Proven track record of contributing to the establishment of a divisional-wide test strategy and to be able to implement the method and approach as a product of that Why join us? Career coaching and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career Initial upskilling pre-assignment that has been accredited by TechSkills Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad Opportunity to obtain certifications from Microsoft, Salesforce, Cisco and more Access to the Buy As You Earn share scheme About FDM We are a business and technology consultancy and one of the UK's leading employers, recruiting the brightest talent to become the innovators of tomorrow. We have centres across Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 4,000 Consultants. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer and is listed on the FTSE4Good Index. Diversity and Inclusion FDM Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

About The Role FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking a Cyber Security Manager to work for our client within the private sector. This is initially a 12-month contract with the potential to extend and will be a fully onsite role that will be based in Brighton. As a Cyber Security Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and coordinating your efforts to protect digital assets, information systems and networks from cyber threats. This will involve a mix of strategic planning, leadership and technical expertise to ensure that security measures are properly implemented and followed. You must be proactive, result oriented, structured, and able to operate under pressure in a changing environment. Responsibilities Develop and implement a robust, company-wide information security strategy Proactively identifying and mitigating risks Optimising existing tools and integrating advanced technologies, you will ensure the highest level of data protection against loss, manipulation, breaches, leaks, and malicious encryption Strategy to be tailored to the company’s many different roles, systems, and departments, ensuring seamless security integration across all operations Lead a team of cybersecurity professionals, fostering collaboration and continuous improvement Respond to and investigate security incidents, ensuring timely resolution and root cause analysis Requirements 5 years’ experience in Cyber Security Strong knowledge and experience in information security and cyber security, threat analysis, risk management & compliance Expertise in security frameworks (including NIST) Ability to effectively and constructively check and challenge Excellent leadership and communication skills Strong understanding of network protocols, encryption methods, and cyber-attack vectors Experience with regulatory compliance such as GDPR, HIPAA, or PCI-DSS Passion for staying ahead of cyber threats Why join us? Career coaching and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career Initial upskilling pre-assignment that has been accredited by TechSkills Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad Opportunity to obtain certifications from Microsoft, Salesforce, Cisco and more Access to the Buy As You Earn share scheme About FDM We are a business and technology consultancy and one of the UK's leading employers, recruiting the brightest talent to become the innovators of tomorrow. We have centres across Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 4,000 Consultants. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer and is listed on the FTSE4Good Index. Diversity and Inclusion FDM Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking a Cloud Security Engineer to work for our client within the consulting sector. This is initially a 6-month contract with the potential to extend and will be a hybrid role that will be based in Bristol or Edinburgh. As a Cloud Security Engineer, you will champion our client’s cloud security initiatives, setting the tone and direction for the entire organisation. This pivotal role requires an individual who can balance the strategic with the tactical, helping guide the client’s security vision while ensuring the daily operations align with security standards. You will work closely with various departments, from IT to development teams, to integrate security measures into our cloud infrastructure and operations. This role is not just about maintaining the status quo. You will also be instrumental in working with the Chief Security Architect and their Security Solutions Architects to identify opportunities for innovation, staying abreast of industry trends, and ensuring their security measures are second to none. You will play a critical role in ensuring the security and compliance of solutions, reinforcing the client’s commitment to safeguarding clients' data and interests. Responsibilities Define and drive the cloud security vision and strategy across the organisation Support the design and deployment of robust cloud security solutions, primarily in Azure Support the Security Operation Centre in their monitoring, detection, and response activities related to cloud security incidents, breaches, and vulnerabilities, helping ensure swift resolution and minimal impact Foster strong relationships with CTS, development, and other internal teams, integrating security practices into their workflows and DevOps pipelines Work with the InfoSec team to regularly assess cloud infrastructures to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations Stay updated on emerging threats, trends, and tools in cloud security, ensuring the client is always at the cutting edge and equipped to address new challenges Mentor, guide, and develop the wider security engineering team, ensuring they have the skills and knowledge to excel in their roles Cross platform Cloud security is maintained in line with company requirements and industry best practice Escalating areas where risk is being managed outside of the company risk appetite Requirements 5 years of experience in cloud security, with a strong focus on Azure Azure Security Engineer Associate certification or similar Proficient knowledge of cloud architecture and its security concerns Exposure to AWS environments and services Experience in developing, implementing, and monitoring security solutions Strong understanding of security protocols, encryption, and authentication methods Excellent troubleshooting skills Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment Why join us? Career coaching and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career Initial upskilling pre-assignment that has been accredited by TechSkills Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad Opportunity to obtain certifications from Microsoft, Salesforce, Cisco and more Access to the Buy As You Earn share scheme About FDM We are a business and technology consultancy and one of the UK's leading employers, recruiting the brightest talent to become the innovators of tomorrow. We have centres across Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 4,000 Consultants. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer and is listed on the FTSE4Good Index. Diversity and Inclusion FDM Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking an IT Observability Architect to work for our client within the aviation sector. This is initially a 12-month contract with the potential to extend and will be a hybrid role that will be based in London Heathrow. Our client is seeking someone who can own the technical execution of the Observability solutions, the integration of monitoring tools and leveraging the AI capabilities in platform to manage events of their products and technical platforms. You will have extensive experience in enterprise technology with a strong focus on management, effectiveness, and architecture. Responsibilities Design and oversee the implementation of a comprehensive enterprise tooling architecture and strategy that supports ITSM, monitoring, observability, automation, and delivery management Provide observability solutions to product and platform teams Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to ensure integration of tools across the Enterprise to reduce manual effort and maximise quality and productivity Optimise existing tooling infrastructure to improve efficiency, reliability, and performance Identify opportunities to increase the proactive prediction, detection, and restoration ·of events and incidents Leverage the AIOps, service now to increase the automation of resolution Ensure that ITSM tools integrate seamlessly with other enterprise tools and systems Support and improve existing tooling implementation programmes Identify opportunities to automate processes and reduce manual efforts Develop and maintain a roadmap for ITSM tool enhancements and upgrades Establish governance frameworks to ensure consistent and compliant usage of all enterprise tools Requirements Significant experience in tooling architecture and enterprise systems Proven expertise in designing, implementing, and managing a variety of enterprise tools such as ServiceNow, Splunk, Cloudwatch, TeleGraf, Azure Monitor, Dynatrace, Datadog, ThousandEyes and DXNetOps Strong understanding of ITSM best practices and principles; ITIL certification is preferred Ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams and the skill to influence stakeholder decision-making with data-driven insights Experience of integrating with other industry tooling such as Apptio, Workday, Jira and DevOps tooling Experience with industry standard SDLCs including but not limited to Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid, product operating model, etc Demonstrated ability to integrate and optimize observability tooling across complex IT environments in cloud hosting specifically AWS & Azure and On-Prem Experience in defining Tooling/Technology Specific qualifications Knowledge of NOW platform and preferably AIOps including plugins ie Event Management, Metrics intelligence Strong understanding of event correlation and noise reduction techniques which will complement the AIOps capabilities being delivered Proficient in embedding observability practices into BAU operations through service design processes Why join us? Career coaching and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career Initial upskilling pre-assignment that has been accredited by TechSkills Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad Opportunity to obtain certifications from Microsoft, Salesforce, Cisco and more Access to the Buy As You Earn share scheme About FDM We are a business and technology consultancy and one of the UK's leading employers, recruiting the brightest talent to become the innovators of tomorrow. We have centres across Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 4,000 Consultants. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer and is listed on the FTSE4Good Index. Diversity and Inclusion FDM Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

FDM is a global business and technology consultancy seeking a Senior Azure Edge Cloud Engineer to work for our client within the retail sector. This is initially a 6-month contract with the potential to extend and will be a hybrid role in London. You will play a key role in ensuring our client’s environments are scalable, reliable, secure, and cost-efficient, while driving continuous improvement across our cloud capabilities and helping to deliver best-in-class cloud services to our client. Our client is looking for an experienced and highly motivated Senior Azure Edge Cloud Engineer to support the design, deployment, and administration of Azure Hyper-Converged Infrastructure (HCI) for their Edge solutions. You will be responsible for implementing and managing scalable, secure, and high-performance hybrid cloud infrastructure, ensuring seamless integration between on-premises systems and their Azure Cloud Platform. Responsibilities Use cutting-edge tools and technologies to continuously deliver robust Cloud Infrastructure at the Edge, using Infrastructure as Code practices Engage in supporting the design, collaborating with product owners, Engineering community and architects to ensure that solutions help customers and achieve our business goals and objectives Discover and recommend ways to improve reliability and efficiency, with a keen eye on governance and security Develop internal tools to improve platform speed, security, and cost-efficiency, enabling teams to work smarter Deploy and configure production systems, with a particular focus on automation, ease of configuration, reduction of human error, repeatability, and security Monitor new features/functionality and assess their Ops implications to continuously improve services Ensure identity and access management controls are in place and strictly adhered to Monitor infrastructure by setting appropriate thresholds and react to event driven alerts appropriately Produce and maintain documentation of support processes & resolutions to known operational issues Requirements Demonstrable experience in Microsoft Azure, preferably with proven experience in Azure HCI Proven experience in Cloud Operations and DevOps environments, with a strong focus on best practices and continuous improvement, especially using Azure Local (HCI) Skilled in automated testing, pipeline maintenance, and using tools like GitHub and GitHub Actions for version control Familiar with Agile methodologies, ITIL, SRE, and service operations practices Competent in system monitoring, security, auditing, and tracking work through tools like Jira Up-to-date knowledge of cloud technologies and a general understanding of related technology stacks Effective in managing workloads, mentoring team members, and driving platform improvements while engaging with stakeholders Knowledge of running containers and container orchestration at a large, distributed scale, utilising Kubernetes Experience of managing the lifecycle and maintenance of multiple Kubernetes clusters prioritising service stability and uptime Knowledge of Kubernetes networking paradigms including CNI, Calico and MetalLB Why join us? Career coaching and access to upskilling throughout your entire FDM career Initial upskilling pre-assignment that has been accredited by TechSkills Assignments with global companies and opportunities to work abroad Opportunity to obtain certifications from Microsoft, Salesforce, Cisco and more Access to the Buy As You Earn share scheme About FDM We are a business and technology consultancy and one of the UK's leading employers, recruiting the brightest talent to become the innovators of tomorrow. We have centres across Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific, and a global workforce of over 4,000 Consultants. FDM has shown exponential growth throughout the years, firmly establishing itself as an award-winning employer and is listed on the FTSE4Good Index. Diversity and Inclusion FDM Group is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other status protected by federal, provincial or local laws.